Mountain biking Rotorua: Out and About

With the Crankworx 2018 tournament due to kick off in Rotorua next month, we’re getting more and more inspired by the amazing mountain biking terrain Rotorua has to offer. Having signed a 10 year deal with the famous worldwide event, it’s great to know somewhere in our own back yard is so internationally recognised for its scenery and trails. Find out more about Rotorua’s mountain biking spots below to follow the pros down the trails on your next getaway!

Best of Crankworx Rotorua 2017

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Credit: Crankworx

Brand new for Crankworx: $30,000 Dual Slalom Track in the Wattles

This latest addition to the Rotorua mountain biking trail network is being constructed in time for the 2018 Crankworx Tournament, and will be open to the public during and after the event as an ongoing recreational track. This exciting new track leads through the Tokorangi Forest. Read the latest news on this development here.

Biking the Redwoods Forest

The Redwoods Forest is a distinct and beautiful area with 130 kilometres of quality mountain biking trails. The difficulties range from child and first-timer friendly to some challenging steep runs suited for more experienced riders, including the Taniwha Trail which will be used for the new Redwoods Downhill event debuting in this year’s Crankworx. Trig tracks to the summit and bush-covered trails scatter throughout the Whakarewarewa Forest, offering amazing scenery and an exciting challenge at any point. For a full run-down of all the different tracks and difficulties, visit the Redwoods Forest Site here. Also make sure to check out the Redwoods Treewalk and the dog-friendly walking trails for something a bit different.

Biking the Skyline Gravity Park

Having just opened a new track last weekend, Skyline Gravity Park has a network of well signposted tracks starting from the top of the mountain, accessible via. a scenic gondola ride. This is the main site for Crankworx Rotorua, with plenty of different tracks to explore as well as some amazing views on the way down the mountain. For more information about their range of mountain biking tracks, view the full trail map here.